If you like spicy food, you’re probably familiar with cayenne pepper. Cayenne pepper is said to originate from Cayenne in French Guiana. It’s commonly dried and ground into a fine powder. It grows around the world in places such as India, East Africa, Mexico, in the Caribbean and certain areas of the United States. In […]
Paprika is a spice made from dried, ground red peppers, primarily from the Capsicum annuum family. It’s known for its vibrant red color and can range in flavor from mild and sweet to hot and spicy. The specific type of pepper, its origin, and preparation methods all influence the paprika’s flavor profile. The color of […]
Thyme is a Mediterranean herb with dietary and medicinal uses. Thyme leaves and oil have been used to treat a range of symptoms and complaints. These include diarrhea, stomach ache, arthritis, and sore throat. Thyme is used for inflammation of the main airways in the lung (bronchitis), cough, patchy hair loss (alopecia), stomach problems and many other […]
Allspice comes from a tropical evergreen tree. It’s native to Central America and the West Indies. Allspice may provide numerous health benefits, including complementary menopause therapy, anticancer, antifungal, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as blood sugar and weight management. Allspice is a versatile spice used in both sweet and savory dishes. It’s particularly well-suited […]
Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) is a tree native to Indonesia. Its dried flower buds are a popular spice and are also used in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Clove oil contains a chemical called eugenol that might help decrease pain and fight infections. People commonly use clove for pain during dental work, toothache, hangover, indigestion, dental plaque, […]
Turmeric is a spice that comes from the root of the curcuma longa plant, which is a perennial in the ginger family. Its major active ingredient is curcumin that gives turmeric its yellowish color. Turmeric has antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps lessen inflammation, pain, improves memory, and lower risks of heart disease. While cooking with turmeric […]
Cumin is grown in the Middle East, India, and China. As a medicinal plant, Cumin has known many uses over its long history. It is used to treat conditions ranging from indigestion and diarrhea to headaches, kidney and bladder stones, eye disease, and even leprosy. Today, most cumin sold in the United States originally comes […]
Tarragon is a perennial herb that comes from the sunflower family. Tarragon has many impressive health benefits, including the potential to reduce blood sugar, inflammation and pain, while improving sleep, appetite and heart health. In culinary, Tarragon is widely used for flavoring. It has a subtle taste and pairs well with dishes like fish, beef, […]